The 2023 Competition Is Now OPEN

To make a great spirit you bring all of your artistry, dedication, science and passion to the table. We bring the most respected judges from around the world to the other side of that table.

OUR GOAL IS TO INCREASE AWARENESS IN YOUR DISTILLERY AND HELP YOU SELL MORE GREAT SPIRITS!

 

May 6-7, 2023

About us

To make a great spirit you bring all of your artistry, dedication, science and passion to the table. We bring the world's most respected judges from around the world to the other side of that table. Competition on a truly international scale – all for the best of reasons – Giving Back. 

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Our Judges

WE HAVE THE BEST JUDGES. Our judges include the most influential people in the spirits industry, including Masters Distillers, Certified Spirits Educators, Brand Ambassadors, retailers, importers and spirits industry writers and consultants.

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Brenna McHugh

Spirits Educator

Brenna McHugh

A native of Southern California, Brenna has worked across the US as a bartender and spirits specialist for various companies, including Suntory, Lejay Cassis, and Campari America. She co-founded the United States Bartender's Guild chapter in Rochester, NY and has been a judge for the New York State Craft Spirits Awards and the American Craft Spirits Association Awards. Currently Brenna represents the Scotch Malt Whisky Society in California and works as a Mental Health Consultant for Jigger & Dash Wellness and Lush Life Productions, organizations that support education and community for bartenders nationwide.